The drama between James Harden and the Philaldephia 76ers has fans of the franchise on their heads, not so much because of the problem itself as because of what it can generate. Many fear that this situation will destabilize the team both at a sporting and dressing room chemistry level and will quickly exhaust Joel Embiid’s patience, which could lead him to end up asking for the transfer, but it seems that things are not evolving in this direction.
According to Ramona Shelburne, a journalist for ESPN, the Cameroonian center has assured the franchise that he is comfortable with the way the situation is being managed, generating greater peace of mind regarding what may happen. Despite the fact that his goal has always been to win Philadelphia, a few months after his 30th birthday, it is inevitable to wonder how many more attempts he is willing to make in a team with which he has not even played in the Conference Finals, and even in Some statements have already hinted at the possibility of leaving to improve their options. But for now, Pennsylvania is breathing a sigh of relief.
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One aspect that makes this case particularly interesting is that, unlike what happened with Ben Simmons, the 76ers roster continues to have a good relationship with Harden. Embiid himself invited the escort to his wedding in July, and Tyrese Maxey has remained in contact with him and was quite understanding of his position in a statement on the matter. Therefore, it seems that they will accept the future of the situation whatever happens and that, far from what is expected, this may not wear down the relationship with the organization as much.
Still, Philadelphia’s real problem may have to do with how to fill the hole left by Harden. Because if the squad loses level and the ring options are reduced … Embiid might not see that with such good eyes.
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2023-09-07 06:00:00
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